Council of Capital City Lord Mayors (CCCLM)

The Council of Capital City Lord Mayors (CCCLM) provides national leadership and a strong voice to advance the value that our cities contribute to the nation. Comprising the Lord Mayors of each of Australia’s capital cities, CCCLM is one of the premier advocacy association for cities in the nation.

Strong city economies are crucial to a strong national economy. Our cities are where many of Australia’s future jobs are being created and investments are being made. Jobs in health, education, advanced manufacturing and professional service sectors are growing in our cities.

However, cities are not solely places of office accommodation, but a conglomeration of residential, office accommodation, centres of commerce that support tourism, retail, arts and culture, health and education and generate a complexity of economic and social life.

By supporting capital city projects and funding infrastructure, city climate adaptation activity, social and affordable housing and providing programs that support the culture and the arts sector, cities can realise significant social and economic benefits.

During the last decade capital cities grew by 2.9 million people –representing 77% of Australia’s total population growth. This is expected to grow to 14 million people by 2066.

Beyond their role as key concentrations of employment and economic activity, CBDs play critical roles in our tourism, education and entertainment sectors.

Capital city councils are ready to work with federal and state governments to enable the sustainable economic growth of cities through investment in jobs, infrastructure, housing and resources.

Through membership of the CCCLM, Hobart is able to benefit from the advocacy and leadership this group plays in helping to influence policy on issues affecting capital cities.